Public Health 116 | EXAM 1

In 2010, roughly what percent of the population was uninsured?

16(%)

_________ like salmonella, E. coli and Campylobacter can all be found in raw milk.

Bacteria

Dr. Ana Navas-Acien found studies in several countries linking arsenic to heart disease. What is not one of those countries?

Bangladesh, Taiwan, Belize, Chile

TRUE or FALSE: The jets guard against stagnation/accumulation of bacteria.

FALSE

1.2 million people in the United States are living with _________, a fifth of whom are unaware?

HIV

Dr. Navas-Acien is an associate professor of epidemiology at what university?

Johns Hopkins

The cremation decree of Ebola-affected bodies is highly unpopular in _______, where funeral traditions are carefully followed and are considered a sacred obligation to the deceased.

Liberia

Which of the following isn't a major issue in hot tubs?

Pseudomonas, Legionella, Mycobacteria,

When drought caused air pollution to increase across California last winter, conditions were worst in which valley?

San Joaquin Valley

Name the study from which Acien-Navas pulled participants?

Strong Heart Study

TRUE or FALSE: If you keep using your tub, taking antibiotics or steroids won't do any good.

TRUE

TRUE or FALSE: the Ebola epidemic is the worst in world history.

TRUE

What are the environmental exposures that are underestimated in their risk for heart disease?

air pollution, metallic elements, heavy elements

In "A Heart Risk in Drinking Water," there was a link between what chemical and drinking water?

arsenic

Air pollution linked to children's _______ problems.

attention

What are the two prongs of the common goal of public health officials?

awareness, prevention

iPads and "minute clinics" have issues with what?

confidentiality, personalization

TRUE or FALSE: Raw milk is a solution for those who are lactose intolerant.

false

Arsenic binds to certain receptors and prevents the breakdown/metabolism of _______.

fat

Once the aerosolized (steamed) bacteria reaches your lungs, the bacteria can cause symptoms like _____ and _________ ____ ________

fever, shortness of breath

As many as 15 million people have _____ allergies in the United States.

food

Mothers' exposures to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), which are emitted by the burning of _______ _______ and other organic materials, are linked to children's behavioral problems associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

fossil fuels

Arsenic causes _____ _______ damage to cells.

free radical

The virus that leads to ______ _______ can survive for hours on the plastic seats you'll find in some hot tubs.

genital herpes

_______ __________ have resulted in fewer storms, less circulation and unusually stagnant conditions.

high-pressure systems

What is an unexpected consequence of the steam from hot tubs?

hot tub lung

Arsenic can stimulate enzymes to produce _______ _______, which can stimulate a ____________ response in cells.

hydrogen peroxide, inflammatory

There's a shortage of psychiatrists and prescribing nurses all over the place, and as a result clinics are ________, increasing the gap between visits.

impacted

For instance, the distribution of insecticide-sprayed bed nets reduces the spread of _______.

malaria

One in every three girls is ______ by the time she turns 18.

married

the successful performance of mental function, resulting in productive activities, fulfilling relationships with other people, and the ability to adapt to change and cope with adversity

mental health

The state's prolonged dry spells have brought more temperature inversions, with a layer of warmer air trapping cooler air below, concentrating pollution ______ ____ _______.

near the ground

Legionnaire's Disease is most similar to what other lung disease?

pneumonia

What is the science of protecting and improving the health of communities through education, research for disease and injury prevention, and the promotion of healthy lifestyles?

public health

Heat and extreme drought have worsened ______ in California over the last year.

smog

Free radical damage stresses delicate blood vessels and ________ artery walls.

thickens

The trend is (toward/against) the legalization of raw milk.

toward

TRUE or FALSE: the FDA banned interstate sale or distribution of unpasteurized milk.

true (but states set their own laws)

The leading cause of maternal mortality in the world is what?

unsafe abortions

Hot, dry conditions also have led to increasing numbers of __________, which release more smoke.

wildfires

fine-particle pollution, which predominates during (season) contributes to as many early deaths as what other phenomenon?

winter, traffic accidents

Research has shown that (men/women) find it easier to speak about mental health concerns.

women

13 deaths every day in the United States are due to injuries and fatalities that occur where?

workplace

A child bride faces issues with ________ ________, ________ _______.

workplace integration, infant mortality

Arsenic is primarily an issue in what water source?

(private) wells

A 2-year old boy may have caught ______ from a bat that lived in the hollow of a tree in ________.

Ebola, Guinea

The systematic neglect of ________ is the single biggest barrier to advancing the highest attainable standard of health worldwide.

culture

In many countries, female education rates are (increasing/decreasing).

decreasing

For many women, attitudes that women are "incompetent" and "emotional" can affect their mental well-being, and they can face a _______ ______.

double bind

How do clinics attempt to increase access to mental health professionals despite the fact that they don't have enough personnel?

drop-in hours

the biological, chemical, physical and social aspects of the environment that have an affect on human health

environmental health

The fight for health care ______, _______, and _________ is an ongoing and important part of public health.

equity, quality, accessibility